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Residential Locksmith in Walnut, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides residential locksmith service in Walnut, California, available 24/7 and fully mobile. We rekey, repair, replace and upgrade home locks, from tract houses to gated estates. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to your door.

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Walnut sits between the San Jose Hills and the Puente Hills, and its housing reflects that setting. Much of the city is single-family tract built in the 1970s and 80s on generous lots, with newer custom homes, gated communities and a few semi-rural, horse-keeping pockets mixed in. A home locksmith here has to be comfortable with everything from a decades-old deadbolt to a keypad lock tied to a gated driveway.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on one simple idea: the work should come to the customer. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit, so everything happens at your property, whether that is a front door off Lemon Ave, a side gate near Pierre Rd, or a back entry on a hillside lot.

Residential work is more than getting people back inside. It covers rekeying after a move or a lost key, replacing worn or damaged hardware, repairing sticky or misaligned locks, and upgrading to better deadbolts or electronic locks. We are available around the clock, so a late-night problem does not have to wait for morning.

How it works in Walnut

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    Call and describe the situation

    Phone (323) 997-8867 any hour and tell us what is happening: a lockout, a lock that sticks, a move-in rekey, or an upgrade you are considering. Details such as the lock brand, whether it is electronic, and whether a gate is involved help us arrive prepared.

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    We come to your Walnut home

    Because we are fully mobile, a technician drives to you with tools and common hardware on board. We make no promises about timing over the phone, but we will keep you informed about when to expect us.

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    Verify and assess

    Before opening or changing anything, we confirm that you live at or are authorized to access the property. Then we look at the lock, the door, the strike and the frame, since many lock problems are really alignment or wear problems.

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    Do the work with the least damage

    For lockouts we favor non-destructive entry where the hardware allows it. For rekeying, we change the internal pins so old keys stop working. If a lock is worn out or broken, we explain replacement options before proceeding.

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    Test everything and hand over keys

    We cycle each lock several times, test every new key, and check that the door closes and latches smoothly. With smart locks, we walk through codes and settings so you are comfortable using them.

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    Talk through security improvements

    If we notice weak points such as short strike screws, an unreinforced frame or an unsecured side gate, we mention them plainly. Any upgrade is your decision, with no pressure.

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What affects the price

  • The type of work: rekeying existing locks, repairing them and replacing them with new hardware are different jobs with different material and labor needs.
  • The number of locks involved, since rekeying one front door is a smaller job than an entire house plus a garage entry and side gates.
  • The hardware you choose, including standard deadbolts, higher-security cylinders, or electronic and smart locks, which vary widely in cost.
  • The condition of the door and frame, because repairs to misaligned doors or damaged strike plates can add work beyond the lock itself.
  • The time of day and urgency of the call, as after-hours emergency service differs from a scheduled daytime visit.
  • Specialty access such as driveway gates, barn latches or gated-community hardware, which may call for particular parts or extra time on site.

Why Walnut chooses us

  • Serving Los Angeles area homes since 1987, with the owner, David Shar, as lead technician rather than an anonymous dispatch network.
  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so help comes to your driveway at any hour rather than waiting for shop hours.
  • Comfortable with the range of Walnut housing, from older tract deadbolts to electronic locks and gated-drive access.
  • Clear explanation before work begins, including when a repair or rekey makes more sense than replacing everything.
  • Non-destructive methods first for lockouts, to protect your door, finish and hardware whenever possible.
  • Honest security advice that points out real weak spots without pushing upgrades you do not need.

Residential Locksmith across Walnut

Walnut's character shapes the work we do. In Snow Creek, the gated community, homes often combine electronic locks with controlled community access, so a visit might involve programming a keypad deadbolt, replacing a failing smart lock or rekeying after a change in occupants. Walnut Heights, with its hillside lots and varied custom homes, brings more side gates, detached structures and larger properties where several locks need to match one keying plan.

On the north side, the Mt. San Antonio College area along Grand Ave has a steady flow of students, renters and commuters. Lockouts there often happen at odd hours, and rentals benefit from rekeying whenever tenants change. We serve addresses throughout 91789 and 91788, from the streets near Suzanne Park and Creekside Park to homes off Valley Blvd, Amar Rd and Nogales St.

In the hills toward the San Jose Hills and Puente Hills ridgelines, some properties keep horses, which means barn doors, tack room locks and long driveway gates that need dependable hardware. With SR-60 and SR-57 close by, we can reach homes across the city at any hour. Call (323) 997-8867 whenever you need a locksmith in Walnut.

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Residential Locksmith in Walnut — FAQs

Do you offer residential locksmith service in Walnut at night?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour and a technician will come to your Walnut home.
Is rekeying better than replacing my locks?
Often rekeying is enough. It changes the internal pins so old keys no longer work, while keeping your existing hardware. If locks are worn, damaged or outdated, replacement may be the better choice, and we will explain the difference.
Can you work on smart locks and keypad deadbolts?
Yes. Many Walnut homes, including those in gated communities like Snow Creek, use electronic locks. We can install, program, repair or replace them. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your model.
Do you have a shop I can visit in Walnut?
No. We are a mobile-only business with no storefront. We come to your home, which means the work is done right at your door.
Can you help with a driveway or barn gate lock?
We can assess gate and barn hardware on properties such as the hillside equestrian homes in Walnut. The right fix depends on the lock type and condition, so describe it when you call (323) 997-8867.
I am locked out near Mt. SAC. What should I do?
Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where you are. We will ask you to verify that the home or vehicle is yours or that you have permission, then work to get you in with as little damage as possible.
How is the price of residential work determined?
It depends on the type of work, number of locks, hardware chosen, condition of the door and frame, and the urgency and time of the call. We discuss these factors before starting.
Should I rekey after buying or renting a home?
It is a sensible step, since you cannot know who has copies of old keys. Rekeying is a practical way to start fresh, and we can do it for every exterior door on the property.
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Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-12.

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